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Manuel Donayre, born Manuel Jesús Donayre Aguilar on November 24, 1949 in San Luis, Cañete, Peru, is affectionately known as El Diamante Negro of the Peruvian criollo and afroperuano repertoire. A premier voice in música criolla and vals peruano, Manuel has shaped generations of listeners from Peru to the United States and Europe. Since relocating to the United States in 1992, he has remained a prominent live performer, collaborating with renowned groups and delivering passionate interpretations of Peru’s rich musical heritage. Here, you can learn about his life, major recordings, and upcoming performances.